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10 Tips to Beat Jet Lag

Few people would dispute that international travel is a lot of fun, but there is a downside: jet lag. Sadly there is no cure (at least not yet) but there are plenty of things smart travellers can do to make crossing time zones easier. Follow our 10-step guide.

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Korea Travel Apps You Need To Know About

When travelling overseas, your smartphone is your best friend. With the right apps, you can find your way around, you can communicate, and you can find out what’s best to see and do. Planning a trip to Korea? These are the must-have smartphone apps that you should not leave home without.

Trek Indonesia: 5 Must-see Places

If you’re searching for your next adventure, Indonesia may just have everything you’re looking for. As diverse in its people as it is in its landscape, Indonesia is made up of more than 17,000 islands, where more than 300 languages are spoken.

The Apps You Need

Technology has made a huge difference to the way we travel. Thirty years ago travelling abroad was a life-changing experience. Fast-forward three decades and, with the aid of technology, so much has changed. Mobile phones are light and easy to carry.

Essential Travel Apps for your next trip to Japan

Where would we be without our smartphones? For most of us, it’s hard to imagine how we lived without them. Now they organise and shape our lives. They allow us to communicate, to play games, to watch TV, and to find out need-to-know information.

London in one day

If you have only one day in London and it is your first visit, what are the sights that you should not miss? Here’s a route I took on a cold November day warmly attired to beat the cold wind. Bring along a map from the hotel and a water bottle, and your wallet, of course. Remember to leave your travel documents securely locked up in a hotel safe as you won’t want to waste time searching high and low for them if they are misplaced!

Affordable Destinations

With falling oil prices come good exchange rates, some destinations have become really affordable and they are simply too good to miss. Here are two destinations that give you a bigger bang for your buck, so what are you waiting for?

Things to do in Langkawi

If you’re looking for a lush island paradise, Langkawi is for you. Think swaying palm trees, white powdery beaches and calm turquoise seas. Langkawi is that idyllic place, the place you dream about as you sit at your desk on a gloomy Monday morning. So, what do you need to know about this glorious little spot?

Discover Ko Chang

If you’re planning a trip to Thailand, be sure to squeeze some time for island hopping into your schedule. While big cities such as Bangkok entice visitors with their busy sprawl, the country’s islands have something very different to offer.

Travel With A Heart

Add a different dimension to your travel by making meaningful contribution to the local community. Giving back is so easy and enables you to travel smarter as you are spending on the “kind” stuff. Visit a charity-operated café, have your nails done at a spa funded by a Non-Government Organisation (NGO) or attend a circus performance produced by the street kids. A good place to start and close to home? The Kingdom of Cambodia, one of the poorest countries in Asia.

Long Weekends

Seven long weekends in 2015! For those planning on short getaways, this is the year. If you do not mind paying more during peak travel periods, they are great opportunities to get away for a re-charge. For smart travellers who also wish to avoid the crowds, you may wish to try out these nearby destinations based on your interests:

Visit Kyoto, Japan’s Ancient City

While the rest of Japan embraces modernity with gusto, Kyoto is a city that still holds on dearly to its traditions. From its old market streets and ancient speciality shops, to its spectacular range of ancient temples and palaces, Kyoto offers a look back into Japan’s past within a picture postcard setting.

10 Things To Stop Buying

How many times have you returned from your holiday only to realise you have bought something impulsively? A quick poll showed here are 10 things that holiday-makers should really stop buying on their next holiday.

Things You Should See and Do When In New York

There are some cities around the world that travellers are naturally drawn to. With its iconic sights and world-famous attractions, New York is definitely one of those destinations. For first-time visitors to New York, there are certain sights that have to make the To Do list. These are the sights you have to see – or you simply haven’t seen New York.

Koh Mak: Thailand’s best kept secret

If you have been dreaming of an idyllic island getaway, Koh Mak may just be what you’re looking for. Situated in the Gulf of Thailand near the Cambodian border, Koh Mak island is located 40 kilometres off the mainland, just south of Koh Chang.

Keep In Shape

Holidays are not just about checking a new country off the list. They are about experiencing a new culture. And as this typically includes tucking into the local cuisine and wine, staying fit and trim while on holiday is a challenge.

Get Away this Weekend… to Bintan

Tucked away within Indonesia’s Riau Archipelago in the South China Sea, Bintan is an idyllic isle that provides everything needed for a blissful and relaxing escape. With its mesmerisingly clear turquoise waters and pristine white sand, it’s easy to see why this spectacular island is a popular getaway, especially given its easy access from Singapore.

Beauty on the go

Taking selfies and putting them up on Instagram or Facebook on your holidays are the norm these days. However, holidays can be hectic. Throw in time zone changes and jet lag, very soon, you won’t look beautiful for the cameras anymore when dry skin, frizzy hair and chapped lips start appearing.

Top 3 Travel Mishaps

International travel can be a lot of fun. It lets you see new places, meet new people and experience new cultures. But that’s not to say that holidaying abroad is stress free. We conducted a survey of Singaporeans and uncovered the top three travel mishaps. Here’s how to beat them.

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8 Unusual Airports

Airports these days offer so much more than just shopping and food. From giant slides to miniature terminals, not to mention priceless works of art, here’s our rundown on eight of the world’s most unusual airport terminals.

7 Secrets For Cheap Travel

The internet may have made it faster and easier to book tra
vel, but that doesn’t mean you should snap up the first offer you see. Prices can vary depending on when and how you book, and sometimes the cheapest option may not be the best for you. What do smart travellers do differently?

Bali on a Budget

Beautiful Bali, oh how we love you. With its vibrant cities, spectacular scenery and fascinating culture, it’s easy to see why Bali attracts millions of overseas visitors every year. Travelling on a budget? Not a problem. With a little bit of planning, Bali can provide a luxury tropical escape, even when you’re living on a shoestring.

5 Hidden Gems Yet to be Uncovered in Malaysia

Culturally and geographically diverse, Malaysia has plenty to offer visitors who plan on staying a few days, a few weeks, or even a few months. While many visitors flock to the big name attractions in Malaysia – think Melaka, Penang and Kuala Lumpur – there are still some glorious hidden gems that are yet to be discovered by the tourist masses.

Waterparks you have to visit in Jakarta

When the temperature starts to rise, one of the best – or at least one of the most fun – ways to keep cool is to hit the waterpark. If you happen to be visiting Jakarta, there are plenty of waterparks and theme parks to keep you busy, while you stay lovely and cool.

10 Places To Add To Your Bucket List

A Shopaholic’s Guide To Tokyo

From its high-end couture and off-beat fashion to its tacky trinkets and out-of-this-world electronics, Tokyo is a mesmerising mecca for shopaholics everywhere. One problem? Tokyo is seriously huge. If you want to make the most of your trip and the money you have in your wallet, you have to know where to shop.

Travelling With Children

Holidays are all about quality family time, but that's not to say that travelling with young children isn't exhausting.
Here are our top tips to help you steer around the tantrums, tears and times when you wish you hadn't booked the trip in the first place.

Koh Samui: Your Next Destination in Thailand

From its gorgeous beaches and fascinating wildlife, to its incredible temples and numerous Buddhas, Thailand should be on everyone’s ‘must-see’ list. Whether you’re looking for legendary nightlife, delectable food or simply to sightsee on a shoestring, this is the place to do it.

Trek these mountains around Tokyo

For some people, the perfect vacation means lazing around beside the pool, venturing no further than the poolside bar on a day-to-day basis. For others, taking a trip means getting out there to explore, uncover or discover new adventures, cultures and experiences.

Riding the Korean Wave

Incredible and unstoppable, the Korean Wave has made its way across the world, bringing with it all the sparkle and pop of Korean pop culture. Known as hallyu in Korean, the Korean Wave started out small in the 1990s, as the popularity of K-Pop and K-Drama spread throughout East, South and Southeast Asia.

Why Buy Annual Travel Plan

If you plan to travel frequently in the next 12 months, you should consider purchasing an annual travel insurance plan. Besides cost saving, it saves you the hassle of buying an individual plantravel insurance plan every time you travel.

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Bangkok Weekend Getaway

Whether you are looking for a travel itinerary packed tight with local flavours or cultural influences or you simply need some intense retail therapy, a long weekend in Bangkok could be just what you’re looking for. From luxury shopping malls and glorious temples, to flashy nightspots and sprawling markets, Bangkok has it all. So, what should be top of your list on a weekend visit to this vibrant city?

Covers loss or damage to baggage, personal effects, laptops and hand held computers (max $500 per article, max $1,000 for laptop and max $300 for Money)

Covers Chubb Assistance expenses for Emergency Medical Evacuation.

Reimbursement of travel expenses (economy return air travel) for one (1) of Your relatives or friends in Singapore to travel to the destination:

If You are Confined in a Hospital Overseas and there is no one to accompany Your Child(ren) home or

If You sustain Accidental Injury which result in death and no adult Family Member is with You to assist in the final arrangement.

Reimbursement of hotel accommodation and travel expenses (economy return air travel) for one (1) of Your relatives or friends to visit You if You are Confined in a Hospital Overseas for more than five (5) consecutive days and cannot be evacuated and there is no adult with You.

Reimbursement of additional accommodation expenses, meals and transportation expenses up to sub-limit of $75 per day for one (1) of Your travelling companions to stay with You till discharge if You are Confined in a Hospital Overseas for more than five (5) consecutive days and cannot be evacuated.

Covers Medical Expenses incurred Overseas as a direct result of Accidental Injury or Sickness, including Accidental Dental Expenses

Pays a lump sum cash benefit in case of loss of life or permanent total disability due to accident whilst travelling.

Region 3: Rest of the world including Nepal and Tibet but excluding Cuba.

You must be a Singapore resident in Singapore at the time you apply for this insurance.

Single Trip Just Me / Group of Individuals: Cover at least 1 insured person to a maximum of 6 insured person, aged 18 years old and above. Me and My Family: A maximum of 2 adults who need not be related and any number of Child(ren). Child(ren): must be unmarried, unemployed and aged between 45 days old and 18 years old or 23 years old if studying full time in a tertiary institution.

Annual Multi-TripMe and My Family: Main insured person, his/her Partner and their Children.

Single-Trip: maximum 183 days.

Annual Multi-Trip Plan: maximum 90 days per trip for an unlimited number of trips within the Period of Insurance.

Enter all the countries you will visit except Cuba

Post Journey Medical Expenses

Covers Medical Expenses incurred within 2 days after returning to Singapore, up to 31 consecutive days. Excess: $50 for each and every claim.

S$5,000

S$2,000

S$2,000

S$2,000

Adventurous Sports

Covers death as a direct result of Accidental Injury or Accidental Injury sustained whilst engaging in the following adventurous activities:

Covers loss or loss or damage of your Jewellery, Sports Equipment due to robbery, theft or burglary or any attempt thereof whilst overseas

S$5,000

S$3,000

S$3,000

S$3,000

Life Event

Covers expenses that were paid in advance for Your wedding photo shoot in Overseas which becomes forfeited or administrative expenses incurred to postpone the wedding photo shoot due to Specified Causes

$2,500

S$2,000

S$2,000

S$2,000

Higher Accidental Death & Disablement due to Terrorism

Additional Payout for Accidental Death and Permanent Disablement due to Terrorism

S$75,000

S$50,000

S$25,000

S$12,500

Golf

a. Hole-in-One Covers for cost of food and beverages for purpose of celebrating Hole-In-One

b. Golf Equipment Covers for theft or damage to Golf Equipment

c. Unused Green Fees Covers unused green fees that have been paid in advance due to Accidental Injury or Sickness

S$1,000

S$500

S$500

S$500

In Singapore

a. Alternative Accommodation Expenses Covers up to 5 days of accommodation expenses as a result of the Insured Person's principal place of residence becoming uninhabitable due to perils such as riots, fire, sudden burst water tanks/pipes

Optional Add-ons

Life Event

Covers expenses that were paid in advance for Your wedding photo shoot in Overseas which becomes forfeited or administrative expenses incurred to postpone the wedding photo shoot due to Specified Causes

Lifestyle

In Singapore

a. Alternative Accommodation Expenses Covers up to 5 days of accommodation expenses as a result of the Insured Person's principal place of residence becoming uninhabitable due to perils such as riots, fire, sudden burst water tanks/pipes